Case Study: SunplusIT achieves first-pass silicon success for USB 3.0 webcam SoC with Synopsys DesignWare USB 3.0 PHY & Controller IP

SunplusIT Achieves First-Pass Silicon Success for Webcam SoC with DesignWare USB 3.0 PHY & Controller IP

Sunplus Innovation Technology (SunplusIT), a developer of microcontrollers and SoCs for PC webcams and other human-interface devices, needed to upgrade its webcam line to USB 3.0 to meet customer demand and preserve technology leadership. The company required proven, standards‑compliant USB 3.0 PHY and controller IP that was available in its target process node, compatible with USB video class drivers, and would minimize integration risk and development time while delivering 5 Gbps throughput.

SunplusIT adopted Synopsys DesignWare USB 3.0 PHY and Controller IP, a certified, pre‑integrated solution that simplified SoC design and eliminated the need for proprietary drivers. The result was first‑pass silicon success, fulfillment of customer performance requirements at 5 Gbps, reduced development risk, and faster product deployment.

SunplusIT

G.T. Hsiao

R&D Manager